Vilangan Kunnu
വിലങ്ങൻ കുന്ന്
A small hill park on the northwestern outskirts of Thrissur. From the summit you can see rice paddies and the city, and it is where locals go to watch the sunset.
Vilangan Kunnu is about 7 km northwest of central Thrissur, near Amala. The hill is about 80 meters above sea level. Its summit has a park, walking paths and a viewing platform, offering a view over wide rice paddies, coconut groves and the distant city skyline. Many locals come to watch the sunset in the evening. The top has playground equipment and snack stalls, and admission is about 10 rupees. It takes about 20 minutes by car or auto-rickshaw, making it a good stop in the evening after exploring the city.
Opening hours
About 06:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Thiruvambady Sri Krishna Temple
- Sakthan Thampuran Palace
- Vadakkunnathan Temple
- Thrissur Pooram & Thekkinkadu Maidan
- Paramekkavu Bhagavathi Temple
- Thrissur Zoo & State Museum
- Basilica of Our Lady of Dolours (Puthanpally)
- Our Lady of Lourdes Metropolitan Cathedral